Arcadia Heights

What Arcadia Heights's governing documents say

Arcadia Heights is a small residential subdivision in Phoenix, AZ, limited to no more than 4 single-family dwelling units total. This governing document is a cost-sharing covenant between the developer and the lot owner that sets use restrictions, maintenance duties, and assessment obligations that run with the land and bind all future owners.

• Use & occupancy: The lots are restricted to single-family housing use only, with a maximum of four dwelling units total. No business, commercial, or industrial activity is allowed, except activities necessary for developing, leasing, or managing the property (e.g., a manager's office or ancillary services for occupants).
• Maintenance responsibilities: The lot owner must maintain all exterior improvements (buildings, paving, landscaping, walls, fences, pools, lighting, etc.) in good condition. The association may step in to perform maintenance if the owner fails to do so after 15 days' notice, and the owner must reimburse the cost, which becomes a lien if unpaid.
• Animals: Only a reasonable number of ordinary household pets may be kept within occupied dwelling units. No animals may be raised, bred, or kept for commercial purposes. The lot owner or any future association may impose additional restrictions on number, type, size, and breed, and may require removal of a pet for rule violations or complaints.
• Architectural review: Any new improvements or material exterior alterations (including painting and solar panels) require prior written approval from the declarant (or later an architectural review committee). Approval is deemed granted if no written disapproval is given within 30 days of submission. Approved paint colors from a list do not need further review.
• Assessments & cost sharing: The lot owner must pay annual and special assessments to the association (if formed) for common area maintenance. The initial annual assessment is capped at $200 per month per dwelling unit. Annual increases are limited to the percentage rise in the Consumer Price Index. Unpaid assessments accrue interest at 12% per annum and become a lien on the property.
• Lien & enforcement: Delinquent assessments, fees, and costs create a lien on the lot that can be foreclosed like a mortgage. The association may also sue the owner for payment. The lien is subordinate only to tax liens, prior recorded liens, and mortgage liens. The owner waives objection to foreclosure in the manner provided by Arizona law.
• Nuisance & quiet enjoyment: No noxious or offensive activity is allowed. Activities that interfere with the quiet enjoyment of other owners or occupants are prohibited. All use must comply with local, county, state, and federal laws.
• What this document doesn't cover: This covenant focuses on cost-sharing, maintenance, and use restrictions between the developer and a single lot owner. It does not establish a full homeowners' association rulebook, nor does it address common amenities, parking rules, or specific rental restrictions beyond the general prohibition on business use.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.